COMPLETE SENTENCES How to write a strong and

COMPLETE SENTENCES How to write a strong and complete sentence.

Complete Sentences that Reflect the Question or CSRQ l l CSRQ is required when answering all questions. CSRQ is easier than rewriting and then answering the question

Methods l First remove the question word. – l l Who, What, When, Where, Why, How Use what is left of the question and combine with your answer. This will form a complete sentence and reflect the question without rewriting the whole thing.

Examples What is your name? My name is Mrs. Rickert. l l Who wrote “Thank You, Mr. Jones”? Sarah Logan wrote “Thank You, Mr. Jones. ”

Things to remember l l Include everything out of the original question. If there is a quote, use the quote. If there is a name, use the name! Use EVERYTHING!

Examples l l The length of the question doesn’t matter. It is always set up the same way. For example--Question: “Do you think Ackerman’s scientific knowledge about leaves comes from observation or research? Explain. Answer: I think Ackerman’s scientific knowledge about leaves comes from research because she uses sophisticated explanations and terminology.

Inverted word order l l l It is acceptable to use inverted word order in CSRQ if it still makes sense! Question: What are three things people do with fall leaves? Answer: Play in leaves, protect plants and recycle to create humus are three things people do with fall leaves.

Remember l l l You do NOT write the question. Remove the question word. You reflect the question in your answer. I will recognize the question immediately, if you have done it correctly. Include everything from the question in your answer!

More Examples… l l Question: Who wrote the book entitled White Fang? Answer: Jack London wrote the book entitled White Fang. Question: As a child, what does Brooks assume about the “wasp house”? Answer: As a child, Brooks assumed that the “wasp house” was made by humans, just as a birdhouse is.

Don’t Forget!!!!! l l l Always capitalize the first word in every sentence! Always end your sentences with some form of punctuation, such as a period! If a word has an apostrophe, make sure you use it!